Buzzer Beater Lifts Mahanoy Area Past North Schuylkill in Division 1 Thriller

A Schuylkill League Division 1 matchup between North Schuylkill and Mahanoy Area came down to the final second on Tuesday night, and it was the Bears who walked out with a dramatic 50–47 victory at Cesari–Hope Gymnasium.

North Schuylkill Sweeps Mahanoy Area in Dual Swim Meet

North Schuylkill and Mahanoy Area both turned in notable performances Thursday night during a high school swimming dual meet at North Schuylkill Junior/Senior High School, with the Spartans earning the team victories on both the girls’ and boys’ sides.

GIRLS BASKETBALL: Mahanoy Area Builds Big Lead, Holds Off Tri-Valley for Schuylkill League Division 2 Victory

Mahanoy Area used a strong opening half and a steady finish to earn a 56–44 Schuylkill League Division 2 victory over Tri-Valley on the road.

Lourdes Regional Shuts Down Mahanoy Area to Stay Perfect in Schuylkill League Division 2

Lourdes Regional delivered a dominant defensive performance Tuesday night, defeating Mahanoy Area 48–12 in a matchup between the top two teams in Schuylkill League Division 2.

BOYS BASKETBALL: North Schuylkill Tops Mahanoy Area

North Schuylkill remained perfect in Schuylkill League Division 1 play Thursday night, with a 53–44 road victory over Mahanoy Area in a battle of unbeaten league teams.

Mahanoy Area School District Forced to Borrow Funds Amid State Budget Stalemate

The Mahanoy Area School District has been forced to take out a short-term loan to maintain operations after state legislators failed to pass a budget by the July 1 deadline, creating a significant financial strain for local schools.

Shenandoah Valley vs. Mahanoy Rivalry Game to Honor Historic Wins, Support Cancer Benefit, and Conclude Food Drive Competition

This Friday night’s high school football matchup between the Mahanoy Area Golden Bears and the Shenandoah Valley Blue Devils promises to be more than just another game under the lights. 

Mahanoy Area Breaks Through With Victory Over Cardinals

The Mahanoy Area Golden Bears finally broke through Friday night, earning their first win of the season under new head coach Mick Connolly with a close 22-20 road victory over the Pine Grove Cardinals.

Mahanoy Area to Crown Homecoming Queen and King This Friday

MAHANOY CITY – Mahanoy Area Junior/Senior High School is buzzing with school spirit as it celebrates Homecoming this week.

Mahanoy Area Inducts Newest Members into the Sports Hall of Fame

Prior to Mahanoy Area's High School Football game on Friday evening, the Golden Bears inducted new members into their sports Hall of Fame.

Urban Memorial Scholarship Awards Recognize Outstanding Mahanoy Area Graduates

Two graduating seniors from the Mahanoy Area School District were honored with scholarships this year through the Urban Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Mahanoy Area School District Seeks Head Coaches for Varsity Football and Girls Volleyball

The Mahanoy Area School District is actively seeking qualified candidates to fill two head coaching positions for the upcoming athletic season. 

Mahanoy City Elks Lodge Honors Students of the Year at 51st Annual Banquet

The Mahanoy City Elks Lodge #695 celebrated academic excellence on Thursday, May 15, 2025, during its 51st Annual Student of the Year Banquet, recognizing exceptional students from Mahanoy Area for their achievements.

SCHUYLKILL GRADUATES: Mahanoy Area Class of 2025

Mahanoy Area Class of 2025

Congratulations to the graduating Senior Class of Mahanoy Area High School.  

Mahanoy Area FBLA Fundraiser Sees Yedsena Showdown

Last week, the Mahanoy Area School District held its Second Annual Mahanoy Community vs. FBLA Students Basketball Showcase, an event benefiting the Mahanoy Area Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) as they prepare to attend the state competition in April.

Mahanoy Area Elementary Wrestling Team Clinches First Coal Cracker League Championship

The Mahanoy Area Elementary Wrestling Team has secured their first-ever Coal Cracker League Championship title. 

Mahanoy City Elks Lodge 695 Honors Americanism and Drug Awareness Contest Winners

Mahanoy City, PA – February 18, 2025 – The Mahanoy City Elks Lodge 695 recognized outstanding student participants in the Americanism and Drug Awareness Contests during a special ceremony.

Crimson Tide Tops Golden Bears to Advance to Schuylkill League Championship

In a Schuylkill League Boys Semifinal matchup, the Pottsville Crimson Tide secured a 54-44 victory over the Mahanoy Area Golden Bears, advancing to the league championship game against Minersville. 

Schuylkill County Stars to Shine at 2025 PA Farm Show: Cadence Kline Wins Anthem Contest

Schuylkill County will be celebrating a double dose of talent and pride at the upcoming 2025 Pennsylvania Farm Show. 

BOYS BASKETBALL: Mahanoy Area Defeats Pine Grove Area

Mahanoy Area’s boys’ basketball team claimed a 64-44 victory Thursday night over Pine Grove.